A bathroom and kitchen dream, concrete work surfaces are a chic alternative to the standard Corian, wood, or tile that proliferate.
But you don’t have to be a fan of minimalist design to consider replacing these with concrete worktops. Obviously a quick win for those seeking the industrial look, this material can also add softness with a subtle warm concrete stain or a slick light bouncing sheen when highly polished.
For walls, engraved, patterned or decorative paint with a concrete effect can add an arresting focal point.
A concrete wall design in an otherwise plain bathroom or in a garden can add a quiet surprise, both subtle and clever, as would a sunken bath or a floor to ceiling window that contrasts your clean-lined wet room with the natural irregularity of your garden (when considering privacy, use a strong blind with a hot colour pop to flatter the two elements).
Due to its hard-wearing and weatherproof nature, it can create a strong visual link between an interior wall and an outdoor space. Use it in a wall that runs from a living space into the garden, sectioned with a floor-to-ceiling glass wall.